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A Soul on Purpose – Live your life by design, Regain your confidence and ignite your purpose by Luisa Aiasecca BOOK REVIEW

I am NOT going to apologise for gravitating towards the second paragraph on the FIRST page of this book – There are three things to consider before we can live the life of our dreams and move forward………… I absolutely LOVE the title of this chapter as we need to take a step back andContinue reading “A Soul on Purpose – Live your life by design, Regain your confidence and ignite your purpose by Luisa Aiasecca BOOK REVIEW”

Megxit, Kate turns 38 and the unusual way Oman choose a new Sultan

The Sussexes step down Royal watchers around the world where left stunned on Thursday when the Duke and Duchess of Sussex released a statement via social media to say they were ‘stepping back’ from their roles as ‘senior royals’. The shock announcement came just a day after the pair had attended their first official engagement […]

My Afternoon With Paul Burrell

On Wednesday I had the absolute pleasure of heading to the Palazzo Versace Hotel on the Gold Coast for a charity fundraiser high tea which was attended by a very special guest speaker, Paul Burrell, former butler to the late Princess Diana. As a controversial figure within Royal watching circles, I understand he isn’t everyone’s […]

Writing To The Royal Family

Are you planning to send a Christmas card to your favourite Royals? Did you know that you will receive a card back? Read on to find out about my experience with writing to the Royal family.

Behind The Scenes Of My Photo Shoot With Woman’s Day

Take a behind the scenes look at the photo shoot I did earlier this year with Australian Woman’s Day magazine

Inside My Wardrobe- The Dress That Started It All

After Prince William announced his engagement to Miss Catherine Middleton in November 2010, my level of interest in the British Royal family began steadily increasing. I started buying every magazine that Kate graced the cover of and browsing online style galleries daily to take some general fashion inspiration from her. By the time the wedding rolled round I […]

Penguin’s New Website

Our brand new website is here and it’s the place to go for all things bookish. This means that we won’t be posting any new updates on the Penguin Blog, instead we’ve moved all your favourite articles, interviews, and extracts to http://www.penguin.co.uk and will host all the latest news and exclusive content here. Watch our video below for a look at what you can find there.

Penguin Life Events

Never fear, Penguin Life is here with a series of fabulous talks and events designed to get you to make the most of your 2016 resolutions and live life better whether that’s at home, work or play across the whole year.

How to Relax at Work

You can be happier, healthier and slimmer in just 15 minutes a day with the superb advice from The Feel Good Plan, by celebrity trainer Dalton Wong and health writer Kate Faithfull-Williams. Here’s an extract that shows you how to relax and refocus at work.

Vintage’s Top Ten Comic Novels

Sometimes all you need to get through the day is a good chuckle. Our list of Vintage’s top ten books to make you laugh is a great place to start.

Seven Micro-Actions for Health and Happiness

It’s the small, everyday things that make a difference and contribute to a happier, more fulfilled life. Writers from The Book of You have chosen some of their favourite micro-actions that you can easily put into practice for a sunnier, more contented you.

Royal Family of Norway in Trondheim city for the Jubilee Tour

The royal family of Norway arrived in Trondheim on June 22nd. They visited the city and then on June 23rd they went to the cathedral

The duchess Catherine in Jenny Packham

The duchess Catherine of Cambridge attended a gala charity dinner for EACH . And the beautiful duchess has recycled an old dress . She wore again this amazing gown from Jenny Packham . The duchess wore this Jenny Packham’s gown for the first time in 2011 at ARK gala . On june 22nd 2016 Catherine was […]

Kate and William at a gala charity dinner

The Duke William of Cambridge and the Duchess Catherine of Cambridge attended a gala charity dinner in support of EACH

Queen Elizabeth II at Liverpool

Queen Elizabeth II, accompanied by her husband, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh visited Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, where she attended the International Festival for Business 2016 during a visit to Liverpool on June 22, 2016 in Liverpool, England.

Sofia and Letizia of Spain at FAD’s anniversary

Queen Letizia and Queen Sofia of Spain at anniversary ceremony of FAD on June 22nd 2016

Why I Love Getting Older: 7 Reasons Getting Older is Pretty Great

Why I Love Getting Older: 7 Reasons Getting Older is Pretty Great “I can’t die before learning French!” – me, five years ago, in a full-on panic mode, and going through a quarter-life crisis. Despite my panic, I didn’t actually miss being younger. I think that it was the number itself, that freaked me out a bit. More than the number 30, which would seem odd, if it wasn’t for the fact that by 30, I’d learned an important lesson from a very stylish, older gentleman. Whom I’ve never actually talked to. “I am not going to lie; that old man scratching his butt for the past five minutes is kind of distracting.”– I asked my husband while waiting in line with him during one of his regular trips to a completely-out-of-the-way, as in four-towns-over, deli. “Who?”– he turns around as if my gentle whisper wasn’t enough of an implication to not do just that. “Oh, that guy?”- he goes– “Well stop looking then, you perv. He’s here every Saturday. I’m pretty sure he does that every time he tries to remember something.” “Uhh…okay????”– me “Oh, come on now. He’s old. He ran out of fucks to give a long […]

Make it Glow: How to Revive Dull Skin

What is the first thing you do when you notice your skin looking dull and tired? Clean up your diet? Start drinking more water? Add a new product to your routine? Treat yourself to a facial? Whenever my skin looks a bit dull and, well, sad- it’s pretty much always due to lack of sleep and not drinking enough water. If I travel, change up my routine or don’t manage my stress well, when I’m very busy- it immediately shows on my skin. During those busy or stressful periods in life, we often forget to include those little self-care rituals to our routine. This includes things like staying hydrated, keeping a healthy diet and getting enough sleep. All of those things are important, not just for your overall wellbeing, but also for your skin. No need to panic though, as there are quite a few products that can help you get that glow and revive dull skin. MAKE IT GLOW: HOW TO REVIVE DULL SKIN Whether I’m wearing makeup or not, my skin tends to feel quite dehydrated and dry during the day. One of the best and easiest way to soothe it is with a face mist. I’ve said […]

The Everyday Makeup Bag

They say you can find pretty much anything in a woman’s handbag. Well, I wouldn’t say that I carry everything in mine, although that’s not for the lack of trying. One of my friends though, absolutely does have everything in her bag. I mean, she is a mom, so that might explain her superpower of having a very rich inventory that all magically fits into an average-sized, “everyday” handbag. Traveling with her is the best. Need makeup wipes? She’s got them. Rubbing alcohol? She’s got it. Stain removing pen? Yup. Got that too. Just the other day I had an awful attack of bad back pain and didn’t have any lidocaine patches or nerve pain medication with me. “You want some ibuprofen?” She asked while digging through her handbag. “No, thanks, that won’t help. I’ll take some heroin though, you got any?” I said jokingly. She chuckled while still digging through her handbag, then looked up at me with a curious smile. “Oh God, please do not answer that!” I said. Everyone burst out laughing because she’s just known to have e-v-e-r-y-t-h-i-n-g under the Sun in that little bag of hers. I now try to minimize the amount of stuff […]

Three Summer Date Night Outfit Ideas You Will Love

Whether you are married, have a partner or are on the dating circuit trying to put together a date outfit can be somewhat of a nightmare, can’t it? Well, it doesn’t have to be. We share some outfits that will cover most dating scenarios this summer: Outdoor event Outdoor cinemas, music events or performances in… Read More Three Summer Date Night Outfit Ideas You Will Love

How to Buy High-Quality Jewellery The Complete Guide

Buying high-end jewellery can seem like a daunting process. We are here to tell you that you can buy high-quality jewellery without any hassle as long as you know what to look for. If you’re a collector or looking to add a new piece to your collection, keep reading our tips below on how to buy… Read More How to Buy High-Quality Jewellery The Complete Guide

What Foods Are Good for Acne A Detailed Guide on What to Eat

Many people don’t think about their diet when they’re trying to get rid of acne. A healthy diet is one of the best tools you can use to fight acne because food is one of the main things that cause acne. When you switch to a healthy diet, your body will start changing and the… Read More What Foods Are Good for Acne A Detailed Guide on What to Eat

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